Welcome to The Arnold Expedition Historical Society
The Arnold Expedition Historical Society is a 501(c)3 corporation established in 1973 in anticipation of the bicentennial of the expedition in 1975. It then organized and carried out the only large-scale reenactment of the “March to Quebec” ever undertaken. Today, the society owns land and historic easements along the route of the expedition.
The headquarters of the AEHS is the Major Reuben Colburn House in Pittston, Maine. Build in 1775 the house is now a State of Maine Historical site.
The society also maintains hiking trails along the route of the expedition. The Arnold Expedition Historical Society has erected trail signs. An example is this one found on West Carry Pond near Arnold Point. The Appalachian Trail follows the Great Carry Route and is the only section of the AT to follow a Revolutionary war route.
Every season we always strive to refresh our signage and add new signs that will enhance the overall education of the public as they hike these trails.
The society also maintains hiking trails along the route of the expedition and works to collect and document information about the expedition and its participants, and the preservation of artifacts.
Don't forget!
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Hear ye, Hear ye,
Today March 7 Sara Donovan is speaking about the "Ladies of the March" (were there two - maybe four?), and how did they fair?
Sorry for the late notice but perhaps you can still stop by and get the answers.
Sidney Historical Society, March 7- 2:00PM
2986 Middle Rd, Sidney, ME 04333
sidneyhistorical@gmail.com
With the Appropriations and AFC committees currently reviewing budget amendments, this piece outlines the urgent need for legislative investment in our state's historic sites. Strengthening LD 761 and LD 762 is vital for preserving these essential Maine landmarks.
Another example of the AEHS working to preserve our Maine History.
#MaineHistory #HistoricPreservation #MaineLegislature #AEHS #SaveOurSites
Opinion: Maine state historic sites need legislative investment
www.bangordailynews.com
“Several Maine state historic sites are today closed to the public due to a lack of financial resources appropriated to the sites’ owner, the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands.”
Wear the History: Official AEHS T-Shirts are Here!
Stop the scroll! You can now represent the Arnold Expedition with our fully customizable T-shirts. Whether you are hitting the trail or attending your next meeting, these are the perfect fit for any history enthusiast.
Choose Your Legacy:
✅ Pick Your Style: Select the cut that fits you best.
✅ Pick Your Shirt Color: From classic neutrals to bold tones.
✅ Pick Your Logo Color: Customize the emblem for a look that’s uniquely yours.
Complete the Haul: Add an official map of the Arnold Expedition route to your order and own a piece of the journey.
Order yours today: [Insert Link: arnoldsmarch.org/product-category/arnold-products/]
This one is an Antique Orange T-shirt, Black Logo, Front on left/small logo and the back on the right/ large logo, Unisex.
Recently we shared an article written by Benjamin Smith (AEHS President) for Hallowed Ground, the magazine from American Battlefield Trust. Well, He's been at it again.
This time he has put together a presentation for the Ethan Allen Homestead Museum titled:
A Tale of Two Trails: "Following in the Footsteps of the Knox Expedition"
And, for those of you who can't make it, the presentation is being recorded and will go up on YouTube.
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Newsletter Archive
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